Artichokes are statuesque and ornamental plants, grown for their edible flower buds that develop each summer. They can be grown as perennials in warmer climates, but are treated as annuals in cooler ...

Method Add the leeks to a large pan of boiling salted water and cook for 5 minutes until tender. Take out using a pair of ...

By the 16th century, artichokes had spread across Europe and eventually to the Americas. Selecting a fresh globe artichoke is the first step. Opt for ones that are heavy for their size with tight ...

Globe artichokes make a delicious starter simply boiled whole and served with melted butter, mayonnaise, hollandaise or vinaigrette for dipping the leaves. Break off each leaf and draw the soft ...

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Andy Baraghani’s minimalist crispy artichoke pasta keeps the prep time doable, with Parmesan, garlic and red pepper to round everything out. By Melissa Clark Andy Baraghani’s crispy artichoke ...

Basil is the go-to herb for many pasta dishes, but there's another herb worth trying for an unexpected boost of flavor. We're ...